Five numbers to take away from the plenary: new energy labelling, 30 years of Erasmus, gendre pension gap, European Capitals of Culture and European subsidies.

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MEPs voted to simplify labelling of household appliances. By the end of 2019, only 7 categories from A to G will remain to identify the most energy-efficient products. The European Union is celebrating 30 years of Erasmus this year. Nine million students, as well as volunteers and trainees have benefitted from this European exchange programme. 28 countries of the European Union, including the United Kingdom, will host the European Capitals of Culture between 2020 and 2033 to promote cultural richness and diversity. Women get around 40% less pension than men. MEPs are calling for measures to reduce and prevent this inequality. To reduce inequalities in Europe, EU lawmakers say subsidies allocated to Member States post-2020 should be more adequate and simplified.

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